ISO 16739:2018

ISO 16739:2018, known as the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) standard, plays a critical role in enabling seamless data sharing and interoperability in the construction and facility management industries. Developed by ISO and building SMART, this international standard ensures a consistent, open framework for the digital representation of buildings and infrastructure throughout their lifecycle. At Quality Asia Certification, we provide experts implementation support, and audit preparation for ISO 16739:2018 certification to help AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) companies align with global BIM (Building Information Modeling) standards

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What is ISO 16739:2018?

ISO 16739:2018 – Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) for data sharing in the construction and facility management industries is a vendor-neutral, open file format specification. It provides a common language for describing, sharing, and managing digital construction data across multiple software platforms. The standard supports Building Information Modeling (BIM) and enhances collaboration among various stakeholders in the built environment, from architects and engineers to contractors and facility managers.

Why is ISO 16739:2018 important?

The digital transformation of construction and infrastructure projects requires a unified data exchange mechanism. ISO 16739:2018 offers this by enabling:

  1. Interoperability across software systems
  2. Efficient project collaboration
  3. Reduced data loss and miscommunication
  4. Greater transparency and data integrity

With growing mandates from governments and industry leaders to adopt BIM standards, ISO 16739 certification positions your organization at the forefront of compliant, technology-driven operations.

What are the benefits of ISO 16739:2018?

  1. Standardized Data Exchange: Enables consistent and efficient information flow across all phases of a building's lifecycle.
  2. Global Compatibility: Aligns your systems with international BIM standards and best practices.
  3. Improved Collaboration: Facilitates better coordination between project stakeholders using different tools or platforms.
  4. Data Longevity: Future-proofs project data with long-term access, regardless of software evolution.
  5. Regulatory Compliance: Supports BIM Level 2 and 3 compliance requirements set by governments and industry regulators.

What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 16739:2018?

Implementing ISO 16739:2018 brings tangible advantages to construction and facility management companies:

  1. ✅ Streamlined project delivery through enhanced coordination and reduced rework
  2. ✅ Improved stakeholder communication with a unified data language
  3. ✅ Increased operational efficiency by minimizing data silos and redundant workflows
  4. ✅ Competitive advantage in bidding for BIM-compliant projects globally
  5. ✅ Higher client satisfaction through better project transparency and accountability
  6. ✅ Reduced operational costs by optimizing design, construction, and maintenance data
  7. ✅ Stronger compliance and trust with government and enterprise clients


Top Tips on making ISO 9001 effective for you.

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Top management commitment while practicing and accomplishing the standard is the key to success.

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Keeping staff informed about the ongoing practices, a well-communicated plan would increase the motivation and zeal of working in them.

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Making sure that the various departments of the organization work as a team for the benefit of the organization and customers as well.

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Review systems, policies, processes, and procedures for a smooth working of QMS.

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Speaking to customers & suppliers while getting feedback & working on improvements.

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Training staff carrying out the internal audits with the opportunity for improvement.

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Celebrate your achievement and use the QualityAsia Assurance Mark on your literature, promotional material, and website.

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Ensure continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating your quality management practices.

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Promote a culture of quality by encouraging innovation, accountability, and employee involvement at every level of the organization.

Why QualityAsia?

QualityAsia always vanguard in the auditing and governing of internationally acclaimed standards practices. At QualityAsia, we focus on driving the success of our clients through creating excellence with our trained professional auditors. The content of our service provision, comply with international certification rules defined by the accreditation bodies without burning a hole in your pocket. We will take you through the journey of audits with our best kept audit practices, viz.:

Initial Certification – Stage 1 (Preparatory Phase)
  • Thorough documented information review.
  • Exchange of information with staff through online or onsite presence.
  • Identification of key performances, processes & objectives as per the standard requisites.
  • Analysis of facilities, infrastructure, systems and processes in regard with the requested certification scope with a resource allocation review.

Initial Certification – Stage 2 (On-site Audit)
  • Measurement, reporting & reviewing the performances against key performances objectives.
  • Reviewing the suitability of the system meeting the legal, regulatory & contractual requirements.
  • Operational control of processes, internal audits & management reviews while understanding the responsibilities for the policies.
  • Conclusion based on prescriptive requirements, policy, performance objectives, staff skill, operations, procedures, internal audits, etc.


    Surveillance & Certification Renewal

    Drawing out the scrutiny on various aspects of the previously done audits on effectiveness while reviewing the various processes and control of the operations in the QMS and finally going for the recertification.

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